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Viral Hepatitis
 Hepatitis A
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  Treatment
  Prevention
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 Hepatitis D
 Hepatitis E
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Hepatitis A

Treatment

There are no medicines for treating hepatitis A infection after a person acquires it. In milder cases, doctors usually prescribe rest, plenty of fluids, and a nutritious diet. While the body fights hepatitis A, a person should avoid any medications—over-the-counter or prescribed—that could damage the liver. Sufferers should also avoid alcohol during the recovery period, as alcohol may also cause damage to the liver.


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Volunteer for Clinical Studies
Volunteer for NIAID-funded clinical studies related to hepatitis on ClinicalTrials.gov.

See Also

Hepatitis News Releases

Related Links

View a list of links for more information about hepatitis.